Gerey Johnson visits Columbia College Chicago as Guest Lecturer

Recently, we had the distinct pleasure of welcoming Gerey Johnson to Columbia College Chicago as a guest lecturer in the music business program. A celebrated guitarist, producer, and music director with decades of experience in both live and studio settings, Gerey brought a powerful blend of industry insight, technical know-how, and career wisdom to the classroom. Throughout his session, Gerey shared stories from his work with legendary Read more…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Two Friends, Countless Gigs, and One Big Idea: C Sharp Consulting Relaunches with New Partnership and Website Chicago, IL – March 18, 2025 – We’re just a couple of longtime friends with deep roots in the music industry. Over the years, we’ve worked alongside each other, sharing laughs, stories, and plenty of gigs. One evening – over a martini – we had this idea: why not Read more…

MUSIC IS INDIVISIBLE . . .

“Music is indivisible; the dualism of feeling and thinking must be resolved to a state of unity in which one thinks with the heart and feels with the brain.” – George Szell Szell’s words capture a profound truth about music—it is not merely a collection of notes, rhythms, and harmonies but a unified experience that transcends its individual components. While we can analyze melody, harmony, and Read more…

We’re pleased to announce we’ve reduced the price of our book

In conjunction with Kendall Hunt d.b.a. Innovative Ink Publishing the price of our book It’s All About The Music Marketing Stupid is now on sale for only $19.95 for the Ebook and the Print edition now at $29.95. If you’ve procrastinated in making a purchase for yourself, or know of a friend or family member who would benefit from reading the book, it’s been made Read more…

record deals and my time with Ramsey

When I was the Regional Sales Manager for GRP Records here in Chicago, the other responsibility I had taken on was Promotions. I transported countless artists including; Patti Austin, Michael Brecker, Carl Anderson and Arturo Sandoval in my Saab. Prior to Ramsey being the morning host on WNUA, he and Mark Ruffin had created this hour long syndicated show Legends of Jazz. When logistics permitted Read more…

What I’ve been doing in my spare time (obviously not blogging)

Last summer I was approached by a very reputable book publisher inquiring about the possibility of my writing a curriculum book for aspiring artists, musicians, bands and brands. We negotiated a deal, and since then, the greater propensity of my spare time has been writing and contributing to this book. Six months later I can tell you that I am encouraged, believe this book will Read more…

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